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The spin-off edition of the popular show returned for its second series
www.gbnews.comHere’s the latest from available summaries and recent reporting:
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I'm a Celebrity… South Africa is back with a new all-stars format for 2026, featuring former campmates returning to compete, with twists including a live UK final in 2026 and a viewer vote to decide the winner for that finale. This marks a shift from the original Australia-based format to a South Africa setting with fresh mechanics.[2][5][9]
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The 2026 series was officially announced in early 2026, with filming having taken place in 2025, and ITV confirming the return of the spin-off for a second series in 2026. The cast for the 2026 series includes several familiar faces from past seasons, highlighting the all-star angle.[5][6][2]
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Public coverage identifies the launch window as early April 2026, with episodes and updates continuing through April and into mid-month. ITV and related outlets have provided overviews of the format changes, including the live final element back in the UK and the decision to have a viewer vote for the winner in that final.[9][10][5]
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Reference points from reputable outlets indicate the show’s return and the all-star lineup as of early 2026, plus ongoing episodes and broadcasts in April 2026. Notably, coverage highlights the difference in format from the original, including pre-recorded components and a live final decision from the UK.[5][9]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current single-article brief or compile a quick timeline of key milestones (announcement, filming, lineup reveal, launch date, and finale format) with direct citations. I can also summarize who the announced cast members are if you want a quick roster.